CHINA. Szechuan-Tibet. Rupee, ND (1911-33). Chengdu Mint. PCGS MS-61.
L&M-359; K-589; KM-Y-3.2; WS-0758-1. Variety with collar, vertical rosette, and no leaf above "si". An excessively charming survivor with a coating of lilac toning and a crisp strike that is a cut above what is normally seen. Placid luster underlies the toning, completing this work of beauty.
Estimate: $2000 - $4000